A minefield for tipsters
The Swans are in turmoil and North Melbourne are finishing the season strongly. Collingwood's kids have delivered, but can they take it up t...
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Pendlebury might play on in 2027, and why it might not be with Collingwood
Scott Pendlebury has played more AFL games than anyone, all for Collingwood, but Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson identify th...
September comes early, Cats face ‘banana-peel’ game
With two rounds left in the home and away season, there are a number of crunch games this week for Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan to preview. The...
AFL chair 'needs to stand aside’ over concussion contract saga
As Geelong and the AFL sift through the messy business of Jake Kolodjashnij's concussion waiver, Caroline Wilson says it's time for league c...
Hawthorn’s chance to prove their premiership credentials
Can the Hawks make a statement at the Gabba, or will the Lions bounce back from last week's stinging loss to Carlton? With tipping supremacy...
Essendon to announce their new coach next week
Our podcasters Sam McClure, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall give the latest word on coach searches as Carlton and the Bombers narrow down the...
The milestone that will lift the Blues
Carlton take on the reigning premiers who are riding a seven-game winning streak, and our tipsters expect the the Blues to come out breathin...
Former Carlton star Sam Docherty on when fans boo, teammates clash and Josh Fraser
Our podcasters are joined by special guest Sam Docherty, with plenty to discuss after a dramatic round 20. He gives a player's insight into...
The clash that could shape the season
Melbourne make a rare appearance in the Friday night prime-time slot against perennial contenders Geelong, and our tipsters Andrew Wu and Pe...
The inside story on Hinkley's appointment as Tassie Devils coach
The Tasmania Devils made the first move in this season's coaching race, appointing Ken Hinkley as their inaugural coach. Our podcasters Sam...
Courage required: It's time tipsters made their move
Carlton played dumb in the wet last week, but have their best chance in sometime of beating their old enemy Collingwood in round 19. The que...
Richmond on the watch list, and Hardwick has 'lost it'
After leaving the Tigers in a hole, that's now getting deeper, to play with "new toys" up north, Damien Hardwick has written off the Suns' f...
‘Less reliable than V/Line' - the Roos are a tipster’s nightmare
The top-of-the-table clash between Fremantle and Sydney is the perfect scenesetter for round 18, with a host of games to challenge AFL tipst...
AFL bends rules but still botches Maynard, Miller penalties
As the fallout from the fiery clash between Gold Coast and Collingwood continues, Sam McClure, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson argue Brayden...
Bonus episode: The life and, sometimes, perilous times of an AFL runner
The AFL is rare in world sport for having people running out onto the field of play, during play, to dispatch messages from the coach. They...
Hallelujah! We’re back to nine games
The bye rounds are over and there's some intriguing games for Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan to review in round 17. It all kicks off with Geelong...
The Tigers could be the stalking horse for Zak Butters
Zak Butters' intentions seem clear, but Port Adelaide will drive a hard bargain for their star midfielder. Sam McClure, Jake Niall and Carol...
A tense watch for Collingwood
The Magpies sit outside the top 10 and plenty of questions have been asked about their list. Which Richmond will confront them this week: th...
Music to Carlton’s ears
The Blues have found their voice under interim coach Josh Fraser, but their honeymoon ain't over yet, according to Sam McClure, Jake Niall a...
Sam Mitchell was spewing but will the Hawks over-correct?
Round 15 delivers some tantalising contests. Ladder leaders Fremantle host the only team to beat them so far this season, Geelong. Melbourne...